T26-153 Temporary, Full Time, School Counsellor Grade 9-12 (Secondment)
About the role
Posting Number : T26-153
Date Issued: June 10, 2026
POSITION
Worksite: SD33 Learning Centre Storefront, Kwíyeqel Secondary School
Contract****Type: Temporary, Full-Time (Secondment)
Assignment Area(s): School Counsellor Grade 9-12
Salary Range: $63,347 to $116,190 (range based on length of service and qualifications in accordance to the collective agreement)**
**Effective Date: September 1, 2026 – June 30, 2028
** Please Note **:
- The assignment within this position in September may not be identical to the assignment in this posted position.
- Due to the specialized nature of this position, the successful applicant, if currently a continuing appointee with the Chilliwack School District, may be “seconded” to this position thereby having the assurance to return to their former position.
Deadline for Applications: Thursday, June 18, 2026 – 12:00 P.M. Pacific Time
Electronic Applications must be submitted through Make A Future __www.makeafuture.ca and include a Cover Letter, Resume, Teaching Report, Transcripts & the names of 2 current supervisors who can comment on your teaching.
**Required Abilities, Qualifications and Experience: **
- Master's degree, recognized by the College of Teachers, in counselling psychology or a related discipline with a focus on behaviour disorders and counselling.
- Knowledge of and demonstrated application of the Ministry of Education's current philosophy, teaching practices, and evaluation/assessment/reporting procedures as outlined in the Manual of Policies, Procedures and Guidelines for Special Education Services, as it relates to behavior and mental health support.
- Demonstrated ability to collect behavioural information and performing behavioural screening and/or assessments in order to complete Functional Behavioural Assessments.
- Knowledge of and demonstrated experience in the development, implementation and evaluation of CBIEPs in consultation with the classroom teacher(s), parent(s), student and district personnel.
- Knowledge of and demonstrated ability to implement teaching practices that align with the Professional Standards for BC Educators.
- Experience in intaking students and matching preferences and goals with flexible learning programs
- Ability to apply for Ministry of Education Categories and manage CBIEPs
- Be able to collaborate with teachers, staff, outside agencies to co-plan for success around their CBIEPs and learning programs.
- Demonstrated knowledge and successful experience in school-based counseling at the secondary level
- Extensive experience with and knowledge of the BC Graduation Plans and ensuring students are progressing on their graduation plan
- knowledge and demonstrated experience in using MyEd for student information gathering and course planning at the Secondary School level
- extensive academic training, professional preparation, and qualifications in teaching all areas of this assignment
- successful experience with academic and career advisement
- an understanding of bursary and scholarship opportunities and processes to access related information through MyBluePrint
- willingness and experience in leading a School Based Team at the Secondary level
- demonstrated ability to motivate students who are disadvantaged or have dysfunctional behaviour patterns to attend school regularly
- demonstrated knowledge of and proven ability to access community services for students and their families
- excellent leadership, organizational and coordination skills
- proven ability to inspire and support confidence and self-worth in adolescents
- demonstrated ability to be a case manager and positively advocate for students
- willingness to work in a collaborative manner with staff, administration, and parents
- extensive knowledge and experience with secondary curriculum, graduation requirements and post-secondary opportunities
- extensive experience working with students in care and students on youth agreements·
- demonstrated knowledge of and proven ability to access community services for students and their families
- experience in all School Based Team processes and being a positively contributing member of SBT
For Further Information Contact: Rebecca Palansky – Acting Principal, KSS (604-792-9277)
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Posted On
June 10, 2026 11:17 AM PST/PDT
Closing Date & Time
June 18, 2026 12:00 PM PST/PDT
Openings
1
Job Type
Full Time, Contract/Term
Job Category
Teachers, Principals & Superintendents
City
Chilliwack
School/Location
Learning Services
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Salary
$63,347 to $116,190
Employment Start Date
September 01, 2026
End Date
06/30/2028
Mandatory Document
- Resume
- Cover Letter
Additional Information
T26-153 Temporary, Full Time, School Counsellor (Secondment)
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